People buy supercars for a plethora of reasons; because of the way they look, as an excuse to flaunt their wealth, and the concoction of feelings when they get behind the wheel of something so powerful. But they never buy them because they're a great deal. Thanks to depreciation, however, that's no longer the case.

Buying a fun, modern-looking supercar has never been as affordable as it is today. The list down below will go through some excellent choices to fulfill your greedy, thrill-seeking needs without costing you an arm and a leg.

10 Aston Martin DB7

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Unfortunately, the royale DB9 could not be on this list due to being more than $10,000 over our budget, but that doesn't mean that you can't fulfill your dreams of being (or well looking like) an international secret spy by spending $25,000.

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The DB7 is much like the DB9 in more ways than you'd think. Both cars feature a posh front-mounted V12 engine, share similar top speeds, and can still be classified as non-identical twins. The DB9 does have the upper hand when it comes to power coming in at 547 hp while the DB7 only has 426 hp, which is more than enough.

9 Mercedes-Benz SL500 ($10,000)

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The big star on any Merc's grille symbolizes the essence of pure class, uncanny wealth, and whispers "I'm better than you," and the R129 SL is no exception to this rule of thumb. The '90s SL500 is the perfect Merc supercar to buy if you want to fit the company's status. The SL500 is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 that burbles at a low frequency, but the rear tires squeal at a high frequency with 300 horses at your disposal.

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Whether you were to opt-out for the convertible version of the SL or the handsome hardtop, you'll be driving in one of the most prestigious sports cars on the road, with a well-built timeless interior without spending more than $10,000.

Related: Here’s Why Buying An Old Mercedes-Benz Is Worth It

8 TVR Cerbera ($30,000)

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TVR is an unrated British auto manufacturer that specializes in creating dangerous creatures which only a handful of skilled drivers can tame, so don't say we didn't warn you. After all, this specific one is named after a three-headed monster that guarded the Greek mythological figure Hades called Cerberus. The Cerbera was TVR's first creation that was entirely built and developed by themselves without any parts being borrowed from other brands.

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Attached to the 2,425-lb shell is a 440-hp 4.5-liter V8 which could send the TVR beyond 190 mph and reach 60 in under 4 seconds flat. These are very scarce, so don't sleep on a Cerbera, and always be very attentive while driving one of these barbaric manual British supercars.

Related: This Is Why We Need A New TVR

7 Ferrari Mondial ($25,000)

A classic boxy Ferrari for just an eighth a price of a new 488 GTB roadster. Need we say more? The Mondial might not be the ultimate example of what a prancing horse logo car is, but it still has Ferrari blood nonetheless.

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The Mondial wasn't hugely successful because it was criticized for having not-so-flavorful style and mediocre performance figures, but as it matured, it has aged like a fine wine. Powering the Mondial was a naturally aspirated mid-engined 3.2-liter V8. And on top of it all, the 260 hp could be conversed by a five-speed manual gearbox, so why would you second guess an opportunity like this.

6 Aston Martin Vantage ($30,000)

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Yes, there's a second Aston on the list, but this one is smaller, hides a V8 under its hood, and costs a sound $30,000. It's called the Vantage, and it was Aston Martin's attempt to stir up some drama in the GT market in the 2000s — and they succeeded.

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The previously mentioned V8 has a displacement of 4.7 liters and a power output of 430 hp, which is very similar to the DB7. If your pockets are extra deep you can upgrade to the V12 Vantage S, which is a proper muscly British cruiser. But don't fear, the V8 motor is more than enough to enjoy yourself.

5 2005 Porsche 911 ($29,000)

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Once upon a time in the year 2005, you had to pay—or well probably finance—a lump sum of $70,000 to buy yourself a Porsche 911. Thanks to our pal depreciation, a 997 Porsche 911 can be yours for $29,000.

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The entire Porsche 911 lineup has a cult following behind it due to its ageless design, connected driving experience, impressive performance figures, and rich history on and off the race track. The 325-hp stick shift German sports car could hit 60 mph in 4.8 seconds all thanks to the 3.6-liter flat-six mounted right behind the driver's head.

Related: The Porsche 911's Evolution Over The Years

4 Bentley Continental GT ($28,000)

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If your number one goal in life is to impress your friends and look rich without worrying about any fuel expenses, then this 2004 Bentley Continental GT is the car for you. The badge on the hood and the nitid front grille will make everyone believe your wallet is overflowing, while back at the ranch the thirsty 6.0-liter W12 engine is actually sucking your wallet dry with a city-bound MPG of 10.

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However, all of these money pits leave your mind as soon as you enter the cabin because inside the isolated leather-coated interior, you feel like one of the most important VIPs on the planet

3 BMW E24 635 CSi ($20,000)

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$20,000 might sound like a hefty penny to spend on an old BMW, but the 635 CSi is no ordinary old boxy Bimmer, it is one of the most beautiful cars built to this day. With stand-out features such as its shark-nose front end, dog-leg gearbox, and 200-hp inline-six engine, the E24 is bound to stand out from the rest.

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Admittedly, there are alternatives to the 1980s 6 Series that will cost you less, and some might even be a smidge faster, but there is a reason these are going up in value. The E24 chassis truly feels like a vintage racer due to its superb transmission, limited-slip-differential, forceful inline-six, and blatant indestructibility.

Related: Sean Connery's BMW 635CSi Heads To Auction

2 2011 Maserati GranTurismo S ($23,000)

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Tantalizing Italian styling, a Ferrari-derived naturally aspirated V8, pulsating performance figures, and rewarding rear-wheel-drive personality all wrapped into one sort of reliable but excruciatingly fun Italian grand tourer, the Maserati GranTurismo S.

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The 433-hp 4.7-liter Ferrari V8 will rocket the supercar to 60 mph in under 5 seconds while not only looking drop-dead gorgeous but also keeping the driver and passengers comfortable in the cockpit. Maserati has received some bad press for being unreliable, but since Ferrari took ownership of the brand, the GranTurismo in particular, have vastly improved. For $23,000 you can't go wrong.

Related: How Depreciation Has Made The Maserati GranTurismo A Bargain V8 Supercar

1 2006 Corvette Z06 ($29,000)

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If the words muscle car and race car had a super baby, the Corvette Z06 would be their spawn. It has the looks of a C6 Corvette, the aerodynamics of a racecar, and the V8 motor of an American abomination. The evolved Corvette receives its power from a 7.0-liter pushrod V8 that spits 505 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels while weighing the same as a Porsche Carrera GT.

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Add all of these mechanical components, and an old-school manual transmission, then you're left with a Chevy supercar that slides or grips whenever you want it to, has a top speed of almost 200 mph, and a bonkers 0-60 time of just 3.5 seconds. All of this yours for just a tad under $30,000.